Benjamin D. Brightwell, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, FAAOMPT, PhD(c) is an Assistant Professor of Instruction in the Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences (PTRS) in the School of Health Professions (SHP) at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB). Dr. Brightwell is also researcher for the UTMB Center for Health Promotion, Performance, and Rehabilitation Research (CHPPRR). He is a board-certified Orthopedic Specialist and Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists. He received his DPT from UTMB and is completing his PhD at The University of Kentucky.
Teaching Interest
- Biomechanics
- Diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal dysfunction
- Exercise Prescription
- Manual Therapy Techniques
- Orthopedic Assessment
- Therapeutic Interventions